Biman Bangladesh Airlines has suspended all of its flights to London and Manchester, England for one week after March 29 to prevent the spread of coronavirus in the country. Two flights will leave for these two destinations on Sunday and…
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World Bank, IMF call for debt relief to poorest Countries
WASHINGTON, March 25, 2020— The World Bank Group and International Monetary Fund have issued the following joint statement to the G20 concerning debt relief for the poorest countries:
BGMEA recommends closure of factories
Dhaka, March 26 – President of Bangladesh Garment Manufacturers and Exporters Association (BGMEA) Dr Rubana Huq urged the owners to consider the closure of their factories as the nation is fighting to prevent the spread of coronavirus.
Bangladesh stops flights to all countries except China, UK
Bangladesh has suspended flights to all countries except the UK and China until April 15 following the global outbreak of coronavirus.
PM Hasina declares Tk 50 bn stimulus package for industries
Dhaka, March 26 – Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina on Wednesday termed the fight against coronavirus a “war” and urged people to stay at their homes to discharge their responsibilities at this critical time.
Islami Bank inaugurates sub-branch at Nabinbag, Dhaka
Islami Bank Bangladesh Limited inaugurated its Nabinbag sub-branch under its Khilgaon Branch at Nabinbag, Dhaka on 22 March 2020, Sunday. Mohammed Monirul Moula, Additional Managing Director of the Bank inaugurated the sub-branch as chief guest. Presided over by Mohammod Ullah,…
Lockdown in West Bengal: Over 100 Indians stuck at Benapole
Over 100 Indian nationals got stuck at the Benapole checkpost here on Tuesday as Petrapole immigration authorities in India did not allow them to enter their country following a lockdown in West Bengal.
Bangladesh shuts train servicesover Coronavirus
Dhaka, March 24 – The government shut down all local, mail and commuter train services from Tuesday to prevent the spread of coronavirus in Bangladesh.
Islami Bank inaugurates sub-branch at Postagola of Dhaka
Islami Bank Bangladesh Limited inaugurated Postagola sub-branch under its Shyampur Branch 22 March 2020, Sunday at Postagola, Dhaka. Md. Omar Faruk Khan, Additional Managing Director of the Bank inaugurated the sub-branch as chief guest. Presided over by Abu Sayed Md.…
BD garment exporters want shipments, production till July
So far $1.5bn lost impacting lives of 1.2mn workers, says BGMEA President Dhaka, March 23 – Bangladesh Garment Manufacturers and Exporters Association (BGMEA) has urged the international community and brands to take in all their goods and allow shipments and…
All supermarkets, malls to remain shut from Mar 25 to 31
Dhaka, March 23 – All the shopping complexes and malls across the country will remain closed from March 25 to 31 as part of an effort to contain the coronavirus outbreak.
Islami Bank inaugurates sub-branch at Niketon Bazar of Dhaka
Islami Bank Bangladesh Limited inaugurated its Niketon Bazar sub-branch in Dhaka on 18 March 2020, Wednesday at Niketon Bazar, Dhaka. Mohammed Monirul Moula, Additional Managing Director of the Bank inaugurated the sub-branch as chief guest. Abu Reza Md. Yeahia, Deputy…
Bangladesh decides to keep factories open amid virus scare
Dhaka, March 22 – The government on Saturday decided to keep all factories across Bangladesh open even as the health authorities reported new cases and confirmed the second death from coronavirus.
Don’t hoard anything; country has enough stocks: PM Hasina
Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina on Saturday urged all not to hoard food grains and other essential items out of panic as the country has enough stock of everything.
Bangladesh suspends all passenger flights with 10 countries
Dhaka, March 21 – Bangladesh on Saturday cancelled all the international passenger flights until March 31 with 10 countries to be effective from 12 am on Sunday to restrict the spread of coronavirus in the country.
World Bank Group increases COVID-19 response to $14 bn
An increased $14 billion package of financing from the World Bank Group will support a fast, flexible response to COVID-19. The package will help support companies, strengthen health systems and improve disease surveillance. Focus on private sector and workers spearheaded…
IBBL Inaugurates Mujib Corner at its Bandarban Branch
Islami Bank Bangladesh Limited inaugurated Mujib Corner at its Bandarban Branch on the occasion of the birth centenary of Father of the Nation Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujibur Rahman. Professor Dr. Md. Salim Uddin, FCA, FCMA, Chairman, Executive Committee of the Bank…
Asian shares tumble: SKorea’s Kospi drops 7%, Tokyo 1%
Shares in Asia tumbled further on Thursday after the Dow industrials plunged 6.3% despite more government help for economies reeling from virus outbreaks.
Nepal’s female guides juggle work and home
By Shusma Barali KATHMANDU, Mar 12 2020 (IPS) – Nepal’s trekking industry has been dominated by male guides, but a growing number of women are entering the profession as their reputation for reliability spreads.
Islami Bank inaugurates sub-branch at Malibag, Dhaka
Islami Bank Bangladesh Limited inaugurated its Malibag sub-branch in Dhaka on 15 March 2020, Sunday at DIT Road, Malibag Chowdhurypara in Dhaka. Md. Mahbub ul Alam, Managing Director and CEO of the Bank inaugurated the sub-branch as chief guest.
Islami Bank inaugurates Mujib Corner at Head Office
Islami Bank Bangladesh Limited inaugurated Mujib Corner at its Head Office Islami Bank Tower on the occasion of the birth centenary of Father of the Nation Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujibur Rahman. Professor Md. Nazmul Hassan, PhD, Chairman of the Bank inaugurated…
Apple temporarily shuts stores outside China to fight virus
Tech giant Apple is closing its stores outside of China for two weeks and will only sell online as part of efforts to fight the global viral pandemic.
Spl body to keep essentials’ prices stable during Ramadan
The government has formed a special committee to keep the prices of daily essentials stable during the holy month of Ramadan, said Commerce secretary Md Jafar Uddin on Saturday.
RAB arrests mobile banking fraud gang leader
Dhaka, March 13 – The Rapid Action Battalion (RAB) arrested the leader of an alleged fraud gang, who used to embezzle money from mobile banking users in the capital Mirpur area.
Coronavirus may affect mobile handset production in Bangladesh
Dhaka, March 13 – As the coronavirus concern continues to intensify, local manufacturers fear that a prolonged epidemic may severely affect cellphone handset production in Bangladesh.
COVID-19: India suspends most existing visas till Apr 15
India has suspended all existing visas, except diplomatic, official, UN/International Organizations, employment, project visas till April 15.
PM Hasina opens Bangladesh’s first-ever expressway
Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina on Thursday opened Dhaka-Mawa-Bhanga superhighway, the country’s first-ever access-controlled expressway that significantly improved the road connectivity between the capital and the country’s south and southwestern region.
Coronavirus: Trump suspends travel from Europe to US
US President Donald Trump has announced sweeping new travel restrictions on Europe in a bid to combat the spread of the coronavirus.
Islami Bank inaugurates sub branch at Jumur Station, Laxmipur
Islami Bank Bangladesh Limited inaugurated its Laxmipur Jumur Station sub branch at Laxmipur district on 9 March 2020, Monday. Deputy Commissioner of Laxmipur District Anjon Chandra Paul inaugurated the sub branch as chief guest. Presided over by Mahmudur Rahman, Senior…
Dhaka nods Tk 17,777-cr Matarbari Deep Sea Port Dev Project
It okays a total of nine projects Dhaka, March 11 – The Executive Committee of the National Economic Council (Ecnec) on Tuesday cleared nine projects with an estimated total cost of Tk 24,113.27 crore, including Tk 17,777-crore Matarbari Port Development…